Creatine monohydrate at five grams per day, unlike popular belief, supports brain function more than muscle growth, strength or performance, and can, in particular, improve cognitive performance in brain circuits mainly involved in focus and concentration.
This podcast discusses the effect of creatine and L-carnitine on the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, testosterone, and DHT. It explains that creatine slightly increases testosterone and DHT and that L-carnitine increases the density of androgen receptors in the cytoplasm, but it's important to talk to a doctor before making any changes to enzyme activity.
There is a myth that creatine can cause hair loss because it is believed to increase dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which can promote male pattern baldness. While this is theoretically possible, preventing hair loss is not a good reason to avoid taking creatine since it does not take one to a supraphysiologic level.
Tim discusses the importance of nutrient-dense foods and shares his favorite hacks for pre, during, and post-workout nutrition, suitable for endurance athletes, strength athletes, crossfitters, and everyone else.
Two individuals discuss the topic of performance enhancing drugs and the impact it has had in their lives.